Executive Director of Traditional Admissions

About the Organization Ohio Christian University is committed to offering a complete education that develops students intellectually, professionally, and spiritually.

OCU offers degree programs for residential undergraduate students, graduate students, and adult and online students.

Position Executive Director of Traditional Admissions Location Main Campus Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Description Executive Director of Traditional Admissions Department Traditional Admissions Building/Location Johnson Hall - Main Campus Supervisor Senior Executive Officer & Dean, School of Adult and Graduate Studies Months Per Year 12 Hours Per Week 40 Classification Level Salary Range FLSA Status Exempt Supervises Traditional Admissions Office Personnel Position Summary The Executive Director of Traditional Admissions is a senior leader within the Enrollment Management team, responsible for directing the strategy, operations, and outcomes of undergraduate admissions at Ohio Christian University.

This position requires a high-performing, self-directed professional who can lead decisively and proactively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment without requiring constant oversight.

Reporting to the Senior Executive Officer and Dean of the School of Adult and Graduate Studies, the Executive Director leads a team of admissions professionals and support staff.

This includes managing all recruitment and admissions functions, from inquiry to enrollment, and ensuring alignment with institutional goals.

The Executive Director collaborates closely with Financial Aid, the Registrar's Office, and Marketing to optimize the student experience and meet enrollment targets.

This is a full-time, on-campus position with expectations for occasional travel and extended hours during peak recruitment cycles.

Duties and Responsibilities * Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Office of Traditional Admissions, including oversight of recruitment, application review, enrollment processes, campus events, and summer camps.

* Design and execute comprehensive recruitment strategies to meet or exceed annual enrollment goals for traditional undergraduate students.

* Hire, train, supervise, and coach admissions counselors and support staff to ensure high performance, accountability, and professional growth.

* Regularly review live and recorded admissions calls to evaluate counselor effectiveness and provide targeted coaching.

* Develop and deliver weekly team trainings and one-on-one coaching sessions to strengthen recruitment practices.

* Serve on the Admissions Committee and participate in admission decisions in accordance with University policies.

* Collaborate with Financial Aid to manage and approve selected institutional scholarships, ensuring accurate and timely communication with students.

* Utilize Slate CRM to analyze performance metrics, generate reports, and inform strategy decisions.

* Collaborate with the Senior Executive Officer to shape and assess lead generation, name-buy strategies, and digital campaign performance.

* Complete training and serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) for international student admissions and SEVIS/I-20 processes.

* Partner with the CRM Communications Coordinator to maintain and enhance student communication workflows.

* Represent the Admissions Office on university-wide committees and initiatives as needed.

* Demonstrate adaptability and initiative by responding quickly to challenges and opportunities without the need for micromanagement.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications * Strong Christian commitment demonstrated alignment with the Ohio Christian University Community Lifestyle Statement.

* Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred in Higher Education, Business, Marketing, Leadership, or related field.

* Minimum of 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in admissions or enrollment management.

* Demonstrated success managing a team and achieving enrollment targets.

* Expertise in using Slate CRM for recruitment strategy, communication, and reporting (strongly preferred). * Superior written and oral communication skills; public speaking ability is essential.

* Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and respond effectively in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments.

* High level of initiative, professionalism, and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

* Proficiency in analyzing data, drawing insights, and adjusting strategies based on metrics.

* Commitment to innovation, continuous improvement, and servant leadership.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Churches of Christ in Christian Union, Ohio Christian University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities.

To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

Continued employment remains on an 'at-will' basis, unless otherwise contractually bound.

Ohio Christian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.